Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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